The Los Angeles Lakers fell short in their recent NBA Cup knockout game against the San Antonio Spurs. Even with Victor Wembanyama sidelined, the Spurs took control early and never let up.

LeBron James downplayed his poster dunk over San Antonio Spurs big man Luke Kornet as the Los Angeles Lakers weren't able to build on it.

However, despite the energy, the Lakers struggled heavily against the Spurs. San Antonio played without Victor Wembanyama, who has been sidelined for nearly a month due to a left calf strain. Yet the Lakers still found themselves outmatched.